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  • March 14, 2026
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Why is my smets2 gas meter being replaced.

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Firedog
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  • March 14, 2026

I don’t know - why is your smets2 gas meter being replaced?

Noel | I have no official status; I'm just a volunteer who comes here to help other customers. My gear: Aclara SGM 1416-B Electricity-only E7 meter; Chameleon IHD3-PPMID-AAA | It may look as if I know what I’m talking about, but don’t let that fool you. |
Nukecad
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  • March 14, 2026

1- How old is it?

Some of the earlier SMETS2 meters may be reaching end of certification.

2- is the whole meter being replaced or just the communications hub (the top bit)?

Some 3G coms hubs are currently being replaced with 4G/5G ones.

I said, Hey - Watts going on.
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